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Vinton County Residents React To Destruction Of Historic Bridge
In the days following the fire, people have been visiting the site of the historic bridge with many expressing sadness over losing the landmark structure. Though the bridge had been… Read More
Fire Destroys Historic Bridge
The State Fire Marshal's Office announced Friday that the fire which destroyed the Humpback Bridge was incendiary in nature. In a statement, fire marshal spokesman Michael Duchesne said investigators determined… Read More
Ohio Representative Slams Right-To-Work Legislation
In a statement released Wednesday, Rep. Debbie Phillips (D-Albany) slammed right-to-work legislation winding its way through the Ohio House. House Bill 151 and House Joint Resolution 5 were introduced by… Read More
State Rep. Phillips Joins Leadership Team
In a changing of the guard within the Ohio House Democratic Caucus, State Rep. Debbie Phillips (D-Albany) was elected Assistant Leader. The caucus selected a new leadership team Tuesday to… Read More
Mill Fire Rekindles As Investigators Seek Information
After a fire destroyed the mill Sunday evening, the smoldering ruins of the Jackson Pallet Company at 71600 Route 124 reignited Wednesday. Units from the Wilkesville Fire Department responded around… Read More
Traffic Stop Leads To Meth Arrests
Three suspects are in custody after being busted with chemicals used to manufacture methamphetamine. The Vinton County Courier reports that the site of a routine traffic stop on Route 160… Read More
Vinton County Gets New Marketing Director
Vinton County’s new marketing director was introduced at Monday’s meeting of the Vinton County Commissioners. Sam Davidson, 23, replaces Brandi Betts who resigned the position in February. Davidson was introduced… Read More